6 songs from Rubber Soul is a bit much (especially compared to the 2 from Revolver), and although I would consider just about every song on the compilation a classic, "Girl" doesn't stand out as an essential piece.

There are so many other songs that could easily work in this set. It makes me wonder why they didn't make it 14 songs per disc, like the 1967-1970 counterpart, especially since the earlier songs are shorter, and take up less space.

I went with "Twist and Shout," as it seems to be the most recognizable song missing. I am aware that they purposely chose to exclude cover versions of songs, so my next option would be "I Saw Her Standing There." However, it is a real pity there isn't more Revolver being represented. But the problem with choosing a song from that album is that they seem to be all equally worthy of being included. But I would side more with either "Here, There and Everywhere" (one of Lennon's favourites AND one of McCartney's favourites), "Got to Get You Into My Life" (a top ten hit/most recognizable?), or "Tomorrow Never Knows" (the critics' and fans' favourite).

Replace: I Saw Her Standing There. I suppose that of all the songs from 1962-1966 that aren't on the album, that's probably the best known one. Twist & Shout would be the only cover song on the Red & Blue albums and I think it's cool that it's all originals now.

Replace: I Saw Her Standing There. I suppose that of all the songs from 1962-1966 that aren't on the album, that's probably the best known one. Twist & Shout would be the only cover song on the Red & Blue albums and I think it's cool that it's all originals now.

More difficult than the same question asked about the Blue Album. But after putting much thought on that, I would side with Joost on that issue.

I would remove Drive My Car (love Rubber Soul but over represented on the red album at the expense of Revolver)

I'd replace it with Got To Get You Into My Life. It's not my favourite Revolver track, but it's arguably the most famous one not to appear on 62-66, and I like the way the red and blue albums act as a general introduction to The Beatles for the uninitiated.

I would remove Drive My Car (love Rubber Soul but over represented on the red album at the expense of Revolver)

I'd replace it with Got To Get You Into My Life. It's not my favourite Revolver track, but it's arguably the most famous one not to appear on 62-66, and I like the way the red and blue albums act as a general introduction to The Beatles for the uninitiated.

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Yes, I always found it amazing that Rubber Soul, tho a great album in itself, was quoted on the red album that much. From 1966 there's only three songs (I think). Besides GTGYIML, I'd say that For No One and Good Day Sunshine are pretty well known songs as well.